A dazzling piece of Asheville’s history | Read about the Montford cottage that once served as the workshop of David Webb, a luxury jewelry designer whose pieces decorated the wrists of Jackie O. and Elizabeth Taylor.
Billy Strings’ grand finale | Tonight’s show marks the end of the artist’s six-show takeover that brought life back to our downtown, but there are still plenty of events happening this weekend. Keep scrolling.
Events
Events
This Weekend
The Greenliners’ Billy Strings Pre-Show | Saturday, Feb. 15 | 2-5 p.m. | One World Brewing - West Asheville | Free | Whether or not you’ve got tickets to the show, you can still jam out with a local bluegrass band.
My Bloody Valentine’s Day Emo Prom | Saturday, Feb. 15 | 7-11 p.m. | The Event Space at Hi-Wire Brewing | $10 | Bust out those fishnet tights and black eyeliner to celebrate heartbreak, rebellion, and your deepest emotions.
Saturday Night Dance Party| Saturday, Feb. 15 | 9-12 p.m. | Little Jumbo | $5 | Beloved local DJ Lil Meow Meow’s monthly dance party promises to get steamy, taking over the bar’s tropical-themed pop-up for the night.
Weekly Sunday Scrabble Club | Sunday, Feb. 16 | 1:30-5:30 p.m. | Stephens-Lee Recreation Center | Free | Test your linguistic skills with the classic word game — it’s okay to come late or leave early.
Heart to Heart: Partner Yoga | Sunday, Feb. 16 | West Asheville Yoga | 5:30-7:00 p.m. | $22 | Explore deeper connections with a partner, friend, or yourself during this playful yoga workshop.
Plan Ahead
North Asheville Book Club | Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 2-3 p.m. | North Asheville Library | Free | Discuss this month’s book: “The Language of Flowers” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh.
Soprana Rooftop Restaurant Week | Tuesday, Feb. 18- Monday, Feb. 24 | 5-10 p.m. | Soprana Rooftop Cucina | $30 | Explore salads, pizzettes, and desserts through a pre-fixe menu while enjoying one of the best rooftop views in AVL.
Are you watching “The Wedding Planner” this weekend? According to recent data from Roku, it’s the most popular romance movie in NC. We’re just as shocked as you are that it wasn’t Nicholas Sparks-related. (Axios)
Featured
Great Smoky Mountains National Park has been one of the most-viewed National Parks in the US for the past 20 years, according to Google Maps data. Our Smokies ranked behind Yellowstone and Yosemite National Parks.
Holiday
$188.81. That’s the average amount Americans are expected to spend on Valentine’s Day this year. However you’re celebrating, we want to make it worth it with gift ideas, including this local favorite. (NRF)
Drink
We asked if you preferred Pepsi or Coca-Cola, and 79% said Coke. That’s a little higher than the findings from the University of South Carolina, where 61% of participants preferred Coca-Cola. We wonder what the results would have been if this local cola was an option.
City Guide
City Guide
Date night ideas for every type of Ashevillian
You might not want to share this sundae from Potential New Boyfriend. | Photo by Savannah Bockus for Explore Asheville
We know, we know, Valentine’s Day was yesterday, but in case you’re still celebrating, or in hot water for forgetting, our date night guide has you covered.
If the way to their heart is through their stomach
Mark your calendar for one of the city’s many prix fixe dining experiences, like Gemelli’s Wine By the Vines series.
Of course, you have to end on something sweet. Pick from the stunning pastry case at Old Europe or head to West Asheville for a sophisticated ice cream sundae and glass of wine at Potential New Boyfriend.
For the ones who like to play games (just not with your heart)
A zero waste lotion bar that’s perfect for on-the-go use. It’s formulated with non-toxic ingredients that soothe dry skin and provide long-lasting hydration.
Between this week’s dreary weather and the news that Goodwill’s Tunnel Road location will reopen next week, I’m thinking this is the perfect weekend to go treasure hunting. Some of my favorite local spots to thrift include rEvolve Mercantile and Sweeten Creek Antiques.
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